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Richmond, MO

Missouri

Richmond is a small city in Missouri with a population of 5,979. Residents earn $58,906 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,979 Population 972/sq mi density
$58,906 Median Income $29,835 per capita
$135,500 Home Value $229,903 Zillow
$734 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 265 sunny days/yr
265 Violent Crime/100K 4,831 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,906 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,500 home value, $734/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
265 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,906
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,500
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 265/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $734
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

How Richmond Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,979
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density972/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,906
Per Capita$29,835
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty12.2%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,500
Rent$734
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,903
Housing Units2,847
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent265/100K
Property4,831/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault195/100K
Burglary672/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking20.9%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband82.0%
EV Stations4

Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richmond receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Richmond has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richmond is $58,906, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richmond is $135,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Richmond is below the national average at 265 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,831 per 100,000, 146% above the national average.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Richmond has a population of 5,979 with a density of 972 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 7.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,979
Total Population
972
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richmond is $58,906, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,835 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 2.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Richmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,906
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Richmond is $135,500, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,903, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,847 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,500
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,903
Median List Price$225,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$225,000
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops27.3%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$734
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%
Housing Units2,847
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In Richmond, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 35.3% have high blood pressure. 20.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.0% report binge drinking. 33.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Richmond vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits53.5%

Food & Exercise

Richmond has a violent crime rate of 265 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 194.7 per 100,000, robbery at 17.7, rape at 53.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,831 per 100,000, 146% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,088, burglary at 672, vehicle theft at 71 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Richmond receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Richmond vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent265.4/100K
30% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape53.1/100K
Robbery17.7/100K
Assault194.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,831.0/100K
146% above US avg
Burglary672.5/100K
Theft4,087.8/100K
Vehicle Theft70.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. The area receives 4.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density972/sq mi
Coordinates39.2786°N, 93.9769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in

Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 26°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.4").

10.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density972/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home2.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Richmond

What is the population of Richmond?

Richmond has a population of 5,979 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 972 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.5 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Richmond expensive to live in?

Richmond is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,906, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,500 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Richmond safe?

Richmond is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 265 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,831 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Richmond receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Richmond?

Richmond has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Richmond?

The job market in Richmond is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 2.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Richmond?

The median home value in Richmond is $135,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,903. For renters, the median monthly rent is $734. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Richmond?

Schools in Richmond score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.7% of adults in Richmond hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Richmond?

The obesity rate in Richmond is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.9% of adults are smokers. 33.8% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Richmond?

The average commute in Richmond is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work, 2.6% use public transit, and 2.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Richmond?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Richmond is 93.6% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.7% of the population are military veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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